LIEUTENANT FIREFIGHTER/PARAMEDIC MATTHEW A. PIONTKOWSKI; 40, of the Murrells Inlet – Garden City Fire Department. Beloved son of Renee (Nee Walczak) and Bruce A. Piontkowski; loyal and selfless brother of Amanda Danielle Blaze, and Eric Joseph Piontkowski (Donna); cherished uncle of Olivia, Sophia, and Jack; dearest nephew of Jerry Pate (Fran), Tom Pate (Sally), Jack Piontkowski (late Lynn) and Kathy Esser (Gene); special friend of Kylie Putnam; dear cousin and beloved friend of so many. Family suggests memorial contributions in Matt’s name to https://www.gofundme.com/f/adalynstrong?member=23529355&utm_campaign=p_cp+share-sheet&utm_content=undefined&utm_medium=copy_link_all&utm_source=customer&utm_term=undefined – Matt started his career in Northeast Ohio before moving south. He was hired by Horry County Fire Rescue in 2010. After many years of service he secured a position with Murrells Inlet-Garden City Fire Department in South Carolina. Matt was a former president of Myrtle Beach Professional Firefighters Local 2994. In addition to being a firefighter, he was certified in ocean rescue, a SWAT team paramedic, brother, mentor, friend and coworker to many first responders in Horry and Georgetown counties. He left a lasting impression on everyone he encountered throughout his career and life. Friends may call at the FERFOLIA FUNERAL HOME 356 W. AURORA RD. (ST. RT. 82) SAGAMORE HILLS FOR VISITATION THURSDAY 5-8PM AND FRIDAY 3-8PM. Funeral Saturday, June 17th 11:30 AM at the Funeral Home. Mass of Christian Burial to celebrate Matt’s life St. Barnabas Catholic Church at 12 NOON.
Obituary: LIEUTENANT FIREFIGHTER/PARAMEDIC MATTHEW A. PIONTKOWSKI
